The John Paul Jones, nestled in Primrose Valley, Filey, has garnered a blend of feedback from patrons. With a charming atmosphere and a welcoming staff, it stands as a notable British dining establishment. Reviews highlight the quality of its traditional breakfast, which many found excellent in both portion and taste. One customer appreciated the flexibility shown by the staff in catering to individual preferences, swapping sausages for extra bacon and hash browns to ensure satisfaction.
However, there are mixed sentiments regarding the carvery, particularly the limited meat options and occasional overcooking. An insightful review noted that while the beef was a tad overdone, the overall flavors remained delightful. The ambiance, especially with the fire lit during colder nights, adds to the cozy feel that many appreciate.
Despite some critiques of service during busy times, with a couple of diners reporting less-than-ideal experiences, others like Tracy Pritchard found their family meals to be enjoyable and reasonably priced. The inclusion of dog-friendly amenities, such as water bowls, showcases the restaurant's inviting spirit.
In summary, The John Paul Jones is celebrated for its delectable dishes and warm service, making it a worthwhile stop for locals and visitors alike, as long as expectations are tempered during peak hours.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fireplace
Great beer selection
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Great wine list
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For The John Paul Jones
stephen moss
Jun 6,2025
It was great we got a few different things off the menu , only thing was we had to because there was only one meat on the carvery (beef) which my wife and child dont like . I quickly got rid of my sweetcorn onto my daughters plate but other than that everything tasted lovely. Beef was a little overcooked for my liking but plenty to go at , just could of done with a jug of gravy on the side .very pleasant staff and quick with there service.
Steven Wood
May 23,2025
Had breakfast here today and the staff were absolutely excellent. Nothing too much trouble and one of us did not want sausages so they swapped it out for extra bacon and hash brown. The traditional breakfast was excellent, good portion size and quality of food. Very impressed with the customer service and food received today. Many thanks
Sarah Young
Apr 23,2025
What a lovely pub at the bay Filey food was lovely it is a bit pricey but thought it was worth it, we had the steak and cooked it to our liking The staff was very friendly and helpful, digs welcome too plenty of water bowls for your pooches. Great atmosphere
Rebel DC
Apr 20,2025
This place has risen again, the quality of the food went downhill earlier in the year but we went last night for the first time in quite a while and have to say the food is back to being five star. Spicy chicken wings were incredible!! The inferno burger was exactly as describe and the Mrs enjoyed her scampi and chips. All washed down with some drinks of which there is a good selection. It was a cosy atmosphere and they had the fire lit which was a welcome sight when we can in from the literal sub-zero temperatures outside. The staff are all good and friendly but this place is absolutely made by George and Shelley, too incredibly welcoming, warm and friendly people. They make all patrons feel special and put their heart and soul into the pub. Highly recommended if you’re visiting The Bay. EDIT: 01/11/24 WOW, what went wrong here? We used to really enjoy this place but rhis has seriously gone down hill. The front of staff who came to greet us at the door, left us stood for 6 or 7 mins without acknowledging us. When asked if we needed to be stood there to be seated, his response was “yes you do but I’m busy”!! Wow! Never come across such terrible customer service manner anywhere. Wait another 4 or 5 mins and he eventually came back and by now a longer queue had formed. He was curt, impolite and lacked any sort of customer service. The place was busy and is seriously short staffed, the queue for the bar was a further 10 minutes to place our order. All in all a really horrible experience. We will continue to visit The Bay as it’s a great destination but until The Joy Paul Jones staffs up and trains their staff, I would avoid. We certainly will be from now....
Tracy Pritchard
Apr 19,2025
We had seen some negative reviews on the John Jones but this was not the case. We enjoyed a lovley family meal at a reasonable price our youngest ate for 1.00 due to offer. It was clean and cosy with a relaxed atmosphere.
Matt Jarvis
Apr 11,2025
The place has definitely changed since the last time we came here, it's absolutely spot on. The food is really tasty, the service is spot on and the people who work here, I doff my hat to you all. Charlotte has been brilliant, Marcus, Alex and Lexi have been brilliant and so helpful, they are all a credit to the place. Definitely recommend the Sombrero stack burger, breakfast was also spot on, the bacon is . Highly recommended
Lee Cadman
Mar 10,2025
Dispute COVID restrictions, the pub has friendly staff and a good atmosphere. The food was delicious and the portions was generous. Would highly recommend. The small nachos will feed 4 ...
katy green
Mar 5,2025
I'm not sure on the ladies name (she had red nails) her customer service was top notch. Noticed my little boy and fetched him some crayons and stopped to have a chat with us about the area. We had others join us and asked for a bigger table and within 5 minutes we were sat ordering our food. She goes above and beyond!
Reviews For The John Paul Jones